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Postdoctoral research position

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Max Planck Institute

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Germany , Heidelberg

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Not provided

Job Description:

The Department of Cellular Biophysics (Prof. Dr. Joachim P. Spatz) is looking for a chemist (m/f/d) with knowledge and skills in Macromolecular Chemistry/Polymer Science or Colloid Chemistry for research in the field of advanced battery cells.

Job Responsibility:

  • Development of polymer formulations for the marriage of active materials with metallic current collectors
  • Manufacturing and testing of battery electrodes and battery cells
  • Directing a team of technicians and PhD students and collaborating within a highly motivated team in an international environment
  • Collaboration with industrial partners for process development
  • Supporting the management of research and data infrastructure

Requirements:

  • Research experience in macromolecular synthesis and soft matter physics
  • preferably experimental experience with liquid and solid electrolytes
  • curiosity to enter new areas and leave beaten paths, combined with creativity
  • excellent organizational and communication skills, high flexibility and team spirit
  • independent, goal-oriented, analytical way of working
  • very good written and oral communication skills in German and English
What we offer:
  • employment contract for an initial period of three years with the perspective of advancing your scientific profile
  • entry in a cutting-edge research field combined with personal responsibility
  • flexible time management for a family-friendly working day
  • salary in line with the collective wage agreement, as well as all social benefits according to the regulations of the collective wage agreement of the public service (TVöD-Bund)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 03, 2026

Expiration:
May 17, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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